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Giannis Antetokounmpo Jokes About Joining Marquette Basketball Team

11/6/2025

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks star, joked on social media about NCAA eligibility to play for Marquette ahead of Southern.
Marquette responded by sharing a photo of Giannis in the team's uniform.
Marquette head coach Shaka Smart expressed excitement and said they would find a way to make it happen.
He has never played college basketball and is thriving in the NBA, averaging 32.3 points and 12.6 rebounds this season.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks star, joked on social media about NCAA eligibility to play for Marquette ahead of Southern.
Marquette responded by sharing a photo of Giannis in the team's uniform.
Marquette head coach Shaka Smart expressed excitement and said they would find a way to make it happen.
He has never played college basketball and is thriving in the NBA, averaging 32.3 points and 12.6 rebounds this season.